Water, water, everywhere!
When a town has ‘lake’ in its name, it better give off an awesome paddling vibe. Saranac Lake doesn’t disappoint.
To help you get on the water when the paddling season unofficially kicks off, several outfitters and organizations in the Saranac Lake region have teamed up to offer a variety of paddling-related activities and events each June. Celebrate Paddling ADK is a month-long festival that was started in 2016 through a partnership between Adirondack Lakes and Trails, St. Regis Canoe Outfitters, and Northern Forest Canoe Trail. The goal was to provide a month-long event that featured lectures and historical discussions at local establishments, a river cleanup, and paddling activities on nearby waters. In 2018, the event grew even larger through the efforts of new partners, including Mac's Canoe Livery and Raquette River Outfitters. Other Celebrate Paddling events in the Adirondacks will also be held in Tupper Lake and Long Lake, courtesy of Raquette River Outfitters.
Saranac Lake, and much of the Adirondacks, has "right out your backdoor" paddling abundance. You can begin and end your day on the water right from downtown. Lake Flower is the show piece in the middle of town, and connects to the Saranac Chain. It is a daily reminder how connected you are to the water.
For a taste of what Celebrate Paddling ADK typically entails, check out the lineup.
2023 schedule of events
Please check back regularly as events and activities are subject to change! The Celebrate Paddling ADK website is also updated with the most current events.
"Get Familiar with the Area" Paddling Trips for Saranac Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Members Thursday, June 1, 3-6pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Canoe to Brew Friday, June 2, 6-8pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Guided Pond Hopping Trips in the St. Regis Canoe Area Saturday, June 3, 9:30am-3pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Get to Know Light-weight Swift Canoes and Kayaks Saturday, June 3, 10am-2pm Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters | https://www.adirondackoutfitters.com/swift-test-paddle.html
Family FUN Adventures Sunday, June 4 9am-12pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Saranac River Trip with St. Regis Canoe Outfitters and the NFCT Sunday, June 4, 10am-4pm St Regis Canoe Outfitters | https://www.canoeoutfitters.com
"Get Familiar with the Area" Paddling Trips for Saranac Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Members Monday, June 5, 3-6pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Invasive Species Awareness Week Kick-Off Monday, June 5, 6-8pm Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters | https://www.adirondackoutfitters.com
Guided Pond Hopping Trips in the St. Regis Canoe Area Tuesday, June 6, 9:30am-3pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Kayak Skills Clinic Tuesday, June 6, 12-4pm 73 Dorsey St Saranac Lake NY 12983 | St Regis Canoe Outfitters
Tuesday Night Kayak Tour Tuesday, June 6, 6-8pm Adirondack Lakes and Trails Outfitters | https://www.adirondackoutfitters.com/scheduled-trips.html
Team Paddling Clinic/Tour on Upper Saranac Wednesday, June 7, 6-8pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Early Morning Paddling Photography Safari Thursday, June 8, 6-9am MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Moving Water Clinic Thursday, June 8 12-4pm 73 Dorsey St Saranac Lake NY 12983 | St Regis Canoe Outfitters
Femme Paddle Friday Friday, June 9, 5-8pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Raquette Falls Trip with Raquette River Outfitters & the NFCT Saturday, June 10, 8:30am-4:30pm Axton Landing
Canoe-Hike-Canoe Guided Trip Saturday, June 10, 9am-4pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Canoe and Kayak Rescue Clinic Saturday, June 10, 10am-2pm 73 Dorsey St Saranac Lake NY 12983 | St Regis Canoe Outfitters
Saranac River Cleanup Sunday, June 11, 12-4pm Dorsey Street Parking Lot | https://www.canoeoutfitters.com
"Get Familiar with the Area" Paddling Trips for Saranac Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Members Monday, June 12, 23-6pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Guided Pond Hopping Trips in the St. Regis Canoe Area Tuesday, June 13, 9:30am-3pm CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Tuesday Night Kayak Tour Tuesday, June 13, 6-8pm Adirondack Lakes and Trails Outfitters | https://www.adirondackoutfitters.com/scheduled-trips.html
Veteran's Thank You for Service the Red, White and Blue Tour on Flag Day Wednesday, June 14, All day MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Early Morning Paddling Photography Safari Thursday, June 15, 6-9am MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Voyageur Canoe Evening Paddles on Upper St. Regis Thursday, June 15, 4-8pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
90-Miler Rig Demo Thursday, June 15, All day Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters
Adirondack Paddling Symposium Friday, June 16 - Monday, June 19, All day Harrietstown Town Hall | https://www.adirondackpaddlingsymposium.com/
The Adirondack Paddling Symposium is a comprehensive weekend of paddling instruction for beginners and intermediates, and includes course tracks for kayaks, pack boats, stand-up paddleboards and canoes, presented by NRS and the NFCT. This year's Symposium includes a new 90-Miler track, led by Andrew Jillings and Brian McDonnell, to help aspiring racers hone the skills needed to complete the three day course. Registration is open for this year's Symposium, which will be held June 16-19 in Saranac Lake, headquartered at the Harrietstown Town Hall.
Click Here for Registration Information & to Learn More
Canoe to Brew Friday, June 16, 6-8pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Family FUN Adventures Saturday, June 17, 9am-12pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Raquette River Clean Up Sunday, June 18, 10:30am-4pm Tupper Lake, NY | info@raquetteriveroutfitters.com
Guided Pond Hopping Trips in the St. Regis Cano Area Tuesday, June 20, 9:30am-3pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Tuesday Night Kayak Tour Tuesday, June 20, 6-8pm Adirondack Lakes and Trails Outfitters | https://www.adirondackoutfitters.com/scheduled-trips.html
Canoe-Hike-Canoe Guided Trips Wednesday, June 21, 9am-4pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Summer Solstice Sunset Paddle Wednesday, June 21, 4-8pm Second Pond Boat Launch | St Regis Canoe Outfitters
Paddling Films with Friends Wednesday, June 21, 7-9:30pm The Garagery (at Grizle T's)
"Get Familiar with the Area" Paddling Trips for Saranac Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Members Thursday, June 22, 3-6pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Early Morning Paddling Photography Safari Friday, June 23, 6-9am MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
C-2 Stock Paddling Clinic Friday, June 23, 6-8pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Canoe to Brew Friday, June 23, 6-8pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Canoe-Hike-Canoe Guided Trips Saturday, June 24, 9am-4pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Moving Water Clinic Saturday, June 24, 10am-2pm 73 Dorsey St Saranac Lake NY 12983 | St Regis Canoe Outfitters
Tupper Lake 8-Miler Saturday, June 24, All day
Family FUN Adventures Sunday, June 25, 9am-12pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Saranac Lake Corrugated Cup Cardboard Boat Race Sunday, June 25, 9am3:30pm Lake Flower It's back!! School's out, summer is here, and it's time to celebrate with the 2023 Saranac Lake Corrugated Cup Cardboard Boat Race! Think you've got what it takes to build it, float it, and race it to victory? More details on the event and registration coming soon...
Canoe Skills Clinic Monday, June 26, 12-4pm 73 Dorsey St Saranac Lake NY 12983 | St Regis Canoe Outfitters
Guided Pond Hopping Trips in the St. Regis Canoe Area Tuesday, June 27, 9:30am-3pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Tuesday Night Kayak Tour Tuesday, June 27, 6-8pm Adirondack Lakes and Trails Outfitters | https://www.adirondackoutfitters.com/
Canoe-Hike-Canoe Guided Trips Wednesday, June 28, 9am-4pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Canoe and Kayak Rescue Clinic Wednesday, June 28, 12-4pm 73 Dorsey St Saranac Lake NY 12983 | St Regis Canoe Outfitters
Voyageur Canoe Evening Paddles on Upper St. Regis Thursday, June 29, 4-8pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Introduction to Stand Up Paddleboarding Thursday, June 29, 6-8pm Adirondack Lakes & Trails Outfitters | https://www.adirondackoutfitters.com
Canoe to Brew Friday, June 30, 26-8pm MAC’S CANOE LIVERY LLC, 5859 State Route 30 Lake Clear, NY 12954 | https://www.macscanoeadk.com/
Hope to see you all out on the water!
